People Of Power & Influence In Hockey: No. 15 – Ron Hainsey

The Top 100 People of Power & Influence in hockey are featured annually in The Hockey News' Money and Power issue, available at THN.com/free.

At No. 15 is Ron Hainsey, the NHLPA's assistant executive director.

Walsh’s right-hand man could be the Bill Daly to his Bettman. The former NHL defenseman has proven to be a valuable asset during a calm period in labor – and that’s a good thing.

Each person on the list this year is ranked in 14 categories of clout, along with many more powerbrokers identified within various silos of expertise. That's all available to find in The Hockey News' Money and Power 2025 Hockey Business Annual.